"The Bachelor" star also shares his thoughts on Linda the llama, reconnecting with his father, and kissing seven (!) women on night one.

Grant Ellis hopes to trade in the single life for a committed relationship. In the Jan. 27 premiere of The Bachelor season 29, Grant, 31, met the 25 women who wanted to fall in love with him. “I’m ready to get married.

It’s typical to see about a third of the contestants sent home on Night 1. Joey Graziadei eliminated 10 of his starting 32 in Season 28, and before him, Zach Shallcross sent 10 of 30 home. Grant Ellis started with fewer women and therefore didn’t have quite as many Night 1 goodbyes.

"The Bachelor" returns tonight, but who is the show's new leading man Grant Ellis? Here’s everything to about the former pro basketball star and his ideal partner.

Season 29 of 'The Bachelor,' starring Grant Ellis, premieres on Jan. 27. Here's everything to know about Grant Ellis and his search for love.

Grant Ellis' season of "The Bachelor" debuts tonight. Meet the 25 women vying for his heart, including a tech engineer, wedding planner, attorney, and more.

Bachelor Grant Ellis also tells PEOPLE that he wanted to "take things slow" in the Fantasy Suites because "I think a lot of times when you initiate the physical part, it could cause you to make really bad decisions.

The Bachelor’ star Grant Ellis is embarking on his love story, and by his side throughout the journey is his family. Learn more about the reality star’s parents and sister below.